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Mutation of megalin leads to urinary loss of selenoprotein P and selenium deficiency in serum, liver, kidneys and brain.
The Biochemical journal - 1 Oct 2010
Chiu-Ugalde Jazmin, Theilig Franziska, Behrends Thomas, Drebes Julia, Sieland Carolin, Subbarayal Prema, Köhrle Josef, Hammes Annette, Schomburg Lutz, Schweizer Ulrich
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Distribution of selenium (Se) within the mammalian body is mediated by SePP (selenoprotein P), an Se-rich glycoprotein secreted by hepatocytes. Genetic and biochemical evidence indicate that the endocytic receptors ApoER2 (apolipoprotein E receptor 2) and megalin mediate tissue-specific SePP upta...
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